Beethoven, Haydn and More! at Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza, Fred Kavli Theatre

This performance will feature Matthew Chen, cellist and CVYO Senior, performing the Haydn Cello Concerto in D Major. Movements from Beethoven's popular Fifth Symphony will be performed. This symphony has been described by Hoffman as "One of the most important works of the time". Enjoy the CVYO Percussion Ensemble led by Bonnie Boss, in a performance of a Dr. Seuss story, Gerald McBoing-Boing, narrated by POP legend, Bob Duncan, and much more!

The Conejo Valley Youth Orchestra was founded in 1961 by Betty Bowen, at California Lutheran University, Thousand Oaks, California and is dedicated to the study and performance of contemporary orchestral literature and providing music education and performance opportunities for musically talented youth.

Under the guidance of Artistic Director/Conductor Maestro Bill Benson our program continues to develop and enhance the music education of local students and to provide symphonic orchestral music experience as a supplement to music education in the schools. Perfomances are held at the Fred Kavli Theatre at the Thousand Oaks Civic Center.